Based on the true story of Ruth Ellis, who was the last woman hanged in Britain. Weaving known facts with imagined scenarios, take a new look at the real woman behind the headlines and at the events which drove her to murder. Part noir thriller, part poignant character study, what unfolds is a tragic story of love and betrayal.
When Peter and Debbie meet eccentric American Elsa while on a cruise, they never imagine she’ll take up their invitation to visit. But months later she turns up on their doorstep. Oh, and Elsa might be a murderer. But how do you uninvite someone without being rude? A hilarious comedy of manners by Doctor Who and Sherlock writer Steven Moffat.
Sculptor Ken’s life is changed forever after a car accident leaves him paralysed from the neck down. Confined to a hospital bed, Ken’s mind remains as sharp and vibrant as ever, but he faces an uphill battle with the medical and legal systems to decide his own fate. A powerful, thought-provoking exploration of autonomy, dignity, and the right to choose.
Celebrated architect Martin lives a seemingly perfect life with his wife and their teenage son. But Martin is keeping an unimaginable secret, and when all is revealed the family’s life is plunged into chaos. Love and morality collide in this Tony Award-winning modern classic which shatters boundaries with its biting wit, devastating honesty, and shocking revelations.
Mark Haddon’s bestselling novel captivatingly adapted for the stage. At seven minutes after midnight, fifteen-year-old Christopher found his neighbour’s dog dead in the street. Determined to solve the mystery of who killed Wellington, Christopher ventures beyond the end of his road for the very first time. A moving and funny exploration of family, and what it means to be different.
Rachel longs for a different life. On her daily commute, she watches a seemingly perfect couple … until the woman vanishes. Drawn into the mystery, Rachel’s life unravels as obsession, truth, and illusion collide in this taut and tense thriller that keeps you on edge until the final twist. Based Paula Hawkins’ bestselling thriller and the Dreamworks film.
Meet Belle, a bright young dreamer with a head full of adventure. When she becomes the prisoner of a horrible Beast, her hapless father and best friend must rescue her from the enchanted castle - home to talking crockery, and a pair of wise cracking salt and pepper shakers!But all is not as it seems. Once upon a time, the Beast was a handsome yet vain Prince, cursed by a wicked enchantress. Now, only true love can break the spell … Can Belle see past the Beast’s gruff growl to find the heart within? Will love bloom before time runs out? Join us for a Christmas Panto full of laughter, music, and monstrous fun for all the family!
Please note that the nearest Metro stations (Jesmond and Chillingham Road) are both more than a mile away and the buses which pass the People's do not pass these stations.By Bus: The following buses pass the People’s Theatre, stopping outside or opposite The Corner House pub - 38 (Whickham View to Freeman Hospital), 58 (Heworth to Hadrian Park), 16 (City to 4 Lane Ends), 18 (Wallsend to Forest Hall)From the Haymarket Interchange, City Centre: 52, 306, 308, 309, 310From the Coast: 75, 76, 306, 308 and 309
Theatre car parks are on both sides of the theatre and can only be approached from the city-bound carriageway of the Coast Road (A1058). If you are coming out of the city use the Chillingham Road roundabout to turn back down onto the Coast Road.Parking around the theatre is limited and parking restrictions are enforced.Please note, there is a £100 fine for parking in the Corner House car park if you are not visiting the pub.Please leave enough time to find a parking space and park responsibly with consideration for other audience members, and the other local residents.
The Foyer Bar is open on performance nights from an hour before the play starts. Interval drinks can be pre-ordered on the night before the performance.
There is step-free access to the Foyer bar, the Studio Theatre and the Main Auditorium.There are up to five spaces within our Main Auditorium assigned for audience members using a wheelchair. Advance booking is advised, and these spaces can be booked by telephoning the Box Office.The Studio Theatre has flexible seating which changes from play to play. Audience members requiring a wheelchair space for a Studio Theatre production, please telephone the Box Office and this can be booked in. Advance booking is advised.There is an accessible toilet in the foyer.Please visit www.peoplestheatre.co.uk/booking-information for full access information. Our Christmas Panto includes a Relaxed Performance.
The People's Theatre is the leading non-professional theatre company in the North East of England, and one of the largest and oldest established in the country.The People's stages multiple productions a year in their 400-seat Main Stage auditorium and in their flexible Studio Theatre. The Foyer, bar, and performance spaces are all accessible for wheelchair and mobility restricted users.As a genuine community theatre, the People's Theatre is able to give people from all walks of life the experience of participating in all aspects of theatre.Every show they do is produced entirely by their members - on stage, backstage and front of house. The Theatre takes great pride in working to professional standards and many members have gone on work in the professional theatre. For enquiries on how to join the People's, please visit peoplestheatre.co.uk/get-involved. In addition to plays, their Foyer Gallery displays a range of exhibitions by established and emerging artists. Please note: Theatre Tokens can be used to buy tickets for People's Theatre produced shows only, not one-off events or Visiting Companies.
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